Mount Makihata (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Mount Makihata is a mountain in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 161 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 巻機山 |
| Location | Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shiozawa Station – about 12.4 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 161 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 221 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 275 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 1,967 m |
| Coordinates | 36.97861, 138.96417 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Shiozawa Station, about 12.4 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (巻機山) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Ushi – Mountain, less than 1 km away
- Mount Warimeki – Mountain, less than 1 km away
- Tengu Iwa – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Mount Komegashira – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Mount Mitsuishi – Mountain, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.